Mars God of war in rust-patinated steel & antique marble by Michel Froment, 2025

In this striking work, Michel Froment reinterprets the mythological figure of Mars, god of war, with rare evocative power. The artist combines an 18th-century marble bust, whose face conveys remarkable grace and expressiveness, with a rust-patinated steel structure adorned with symbolic elements — a chain, a spear, and a horseshoe — each a warrior attribute reimagined through a contemporary, raw aesthetic. The crackled patina of the marble and the meticulous sculptural details heighten the work’s dramatic tension. Froment orchestrates a masterful dialogue between the nobility of ancient material and the roughness of industrial metal, creating a work deeply rooted in the 21st century, yet imbued with the memory of the past. With this piece, the artist extends the reflection begun with his Revisited Caryatid, where he also unites antique stone and patinated steel. The two sculptures converse in a striking harmony of contrasts: the Caryatid, embodying architectural grace and poise, responds to Mars, a figure of power and motion. Displayed individually, each stands as a commanding centerpiece within a classical or contemporary interior; together, they form a spectacular diptych, a contemporary homage to classical forms and the enduring power of myth. The works of Michel Froment—bridging art, design, and monumental sculpture—are distinguished by their sculptural strength and their ability to reinvent symbols. Highly sought after by international collectors, they have been regularly featured in public auctions and in galleries devoted to contemporary and 20th-century design. Signed by the artist. France, 2025. Unique piece.